The 2025 at Haut‑Bailly reminds me a bit of their remarkably good 2023—which itself echoed the 2016. More simply put, this is clearly among the finest wines at this address, and very possibly among the best of the 2025 vintage. A core of red fruit drives the wine from the aromas through the palate, and while consistently refreshing, it remains complex, serious, and sneakily long. The concentration and balance are genuinely impressive. Layers of flavor unfold on the finish, making it a wine that rewards attention without ever demanding it. It’s remarkable to see the strides Haut‑Bailly has made in recent years, especially given the heights they had already achieved. Congratulations to Véronique Sanders and her team on a brilliant 2025.

Haut Bailly's 2025 is composed of 55% Cabernet, 36% Merlot, and remainders of Cabernet Franc and petit Verdot. Yields were quite low, clocking in at 26.6 hectoliters per hectare, compared to an average of around 35-40 in most years. Fortunately, the wine is as lovely as it is scares. Soaring, luscious aromatics with an undertone of warm spice. The palate is richly fruited with great density and breadth, and soft, integrated tannins. In my notes, I dubbed the 2025, "boldly elegant," and looking back, I can't help but concur!